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Learn about our fabric-reinforced cementitious matrix (FRCM) products that combine high-performance sprayable mortar with a carbon-fiber grid to create thin-walled, reinforced concrete shells.

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<h1>What is FRCM?</h1>



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      Repair, protect and strengthen aging, damaged or overloaded concrete and
      masonry structures in one application and significantly reduce your
      installed cost.
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    <p>
      FRCM or Fabric-Reinforced Cementitious Matrix combines high-performance
      sprayable mortar with a carbon-fiber grid to create thin-walled,
      reinforced concrete shells without adding significant weight or mass to
      the structure.
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    <h2 class="h4">Benefits</h2>

    <ul>
      <li>
        Repair and strengthen structures using only a thin layer of material
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        Can be applied in multiple grid layers (four maximum) to achieve desired strengthening – 1/2"-1" (12.7-25.4 mm) thick for one-layer grid applications, adding 1/2" (12.7 mm) for each additional grid layer
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        Lightweight system for vertical surfaces and overhead applications
      </li>
      <li>
        Suitable for harsh environments or service conditions including marine
        locations, elevated temperatures, humidity, abrasion and UV
      </li>
      <li>Works on damp substrates</li>
      <li>
        Installation process is similar to that for wet shotcrete repair mortars
      </li>
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        Quick installation with less preparation than traditional shotcrete
        repairs with rebar
      </li>
      <li>Does not create a vapor barrier</li>
      <li>Matches substrate finish</li>
      <li>100% solids formulation</li>
      <li>
        Carbon-fiber grid features excellent chemical and corrosion resistance
      </li>
      <li>Non-hazardous shipping</li>
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        The cementitious matrix repairs surface defects and bonds the system to
        the substrate in one step.
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    <h2>FRCM System Products</h2>
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      The FRCM system consists of two components: a sprayable,
      polypropylene-fiber-reinforced cementitious matrix and a carbon-fiber
      grid.
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          <td>CSS-CM Cementitious Matrix</td>
          <td>55 lb. (24.9 kg)</td>
          <td>—</td>
          <td>CSS-CM</td>
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          <td>CSS-BCG Bidirectional Carbon Grid</td>
          <td>—</td>
          <td>77 in. (1.95 m) x 164 ft. (50 m)</td>
          <td>CSS-BCG19550</td>
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          <td>CSS-UCG Unidirectional Carbon Grid</td>
          <td>—</td>
          <td>77 in. (1.95 m) x 164 ft. (50 m)</td>
          <td>CSS-UCG19550</td>
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      These products are part of the tested assembly in UL Design No. N859,
      which achieved a four-hour fire rating when subjected to ASTM E119 / UL
      263 full-scale fire testing. Please refer to UL Online Certifications
      Directory for the UL listing.
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          For complete information regarding specific products suitable to your
          unique situation or condition,
          <a href="/products/rps/css/contact-us-about-frp">contact us</a> to
          speak with a local technical representative or engineer.
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        Cementitious matrix and carbon-fiber grid.
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        Bidirectional (left) and unidirectional grid (right).
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